Peach Coffee Cake

This peachy coffee cake is perfect for brunch, coffee or a late night snack!   If you are like me...anytime at all!  
No worries if you don't have pie filling...find out how to make your own here.

The Best Banana Pudding

Oh...you are going to love this Banana Pudding!  It is sooo good!  Being Southern, I was just about raised on 'Nana Puddin'!  I betcha it was most likely one of  my very first foods.  My precious Mama made it just about every week.  I know~we were lucky!   No matter the time of year, you could always find  ‘Nana Puddin’ at every get together.  Seems everyone had a different way to make it and it was all GOOD!!!  I don't think you can mess up Banana Pudding, can you?   :)   I hope Y'all enjoy this.  Please excuse me now as I get a bowl and spoon and curl up on the couch to reminisce of days gone by and eat a Southern Family Classic.  

Very Chocolate Brownies

I made these for my son to share with his class for his birthday.  They are very chocolaty and moist and a Hit!  I adapted this recipe from an old clip I found for Baker’s One Bowl Brownies. 

Mini Apple Cinnamon Roll Pies

You are going to love these little pies!  I just know you are!   My hubby could have eaten all of them if I hadn't taken them away so my boys could have one, also.  You can make these in mini pie pans, use mini pie presses or cut and crimp.  

Triple Chocolate Vanilla Chip Bran Brownies w/Vanilla Ganache

One of my twins stayed home from school today.  When I asked what would make him feel better, he said brownies with white icing and sprinkles.  

Here ya go sweetie!  I hope these 

Triple Chocolate Vanilla Chip Bran Brownies w/Vanilla Ganache 

make you feel all better!  Love and hugs!

Lime Pineapple Jello Salad

My precious Mama would always make this congealed salad, especially holidays.  We all loved it and now my family does, too.  The only difference?  I don't wait for special occasions to make and enjoy. 

I noticed this looked a little thin and commented about it to hubby.  He told it may be because he ate about half of it, still in the bowl, while I was getting the boys ready for bed!  ~smile~ 

Dark Chocolate Coca Cola Cake From A Cake Mix

Two ingredients, well three if you add chips, nuts or marshmallows, in this moist and wonderful dark chocolate cake!  The icing, you can make as much and as thick, as you wish.
I made a lot of icing to pour over the hot cake so it ended up as a rich, very moist and almost like a pudding cake.  Gooey and decadent.  Eat it warm or cold, my preference, out of the refrigerator.  But, do, keep it in the fridge.  Grab a fork and spoon and dig in!

Triple Chocolate Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread

I went to Walmart the other morning, which isn't much different than most mornings, and took pictures documenting my time there.  Taking pictures along the way was so much fun and it didn't bother anyone in the least little bit...they all know us by name.  I'll share that in another post.  I ended up buying zucchini, Nestle Semi Sweet Mini Chocolate Chips, Hershey's Chocolate Syrup and more Cocoa.  This is the result of my shopping trip.  Are you thinking a trip is in order, now?

Honey Bun Cake

For my boys!  A very old recipe that never gets old!

Hot out of the oven! 

Vanilla Cherry Pie Bars

I found out that cake and pie filling make a wonderful fast dessert!  Numerous recipes have been around for a gazillion years doing this.  Where have I been?  I'm just glad I finally decided to make this!  Get that box of cake mix out along with the can of pie filling and make these yummy pie bars.   I've added vanilla chips as an option.  They are good, however, there was too much vanilla for me.  If you love vanilla, then, by all means, add the chips!.  Here is your slice, right out of the oven.  ~smile~

Honey Biscuit Cinnamon Rolls

These are easy to fix even for a school day morning.  I made them this morning for my boys and still have plenty of time to do what I always do.  You know,  the things that were supposed to be done last night that were not for some unknown reason.  Kind of like “the dog ate my homework” kind of thing.  Get up and get moving!  Made a special breakfast for you little ones and big ones alike. 

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Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

I made my Sour Cream Pound Cake lemony for Easter and it turned out wonderful, or so says my family.  ~smile~  I was going to use real lemons but didn't have enough to use in the cake and the glaze, and went with extract instead, which worked out great.  Next time I'll plan ahead and be certain to have more lemons on hand.  Happy Easter and many Blessing to you and yours.  I hope you enjoy the day, and this cake, with those dear to you.

Cherry Cobbler 2

Made with frozen fruit, this is perfect for last minute desserts, afternoon snack, or late night delight!  Not overly sweet...just right for us.   Feel free to increase the sugar to your taste.

Frozen Banana Chocolate Eclair Dessert

A frozen delight made from an old recipe.  This is what happened the other day when I made it in the morning.  I forgot a middle layer and left it in the freezer.  YUM!

Banana Nut Cake Mix Cookies

Another easy cake mix cookie that tastes like banana nut bread !  You are going to love this one!

Lego Gummies For My Twins Birthday

My boys are turning 6!  Where does the time go?  I have no idea.  It's bittersweet .. I miss the cuddles of newborn babes in my arms.  Giving thanks for the many blessing in my life, these two little miracles and their older brother.  I wonder what the precious little faces looking up at me will become...anxious to see my boys grow and revel in the strength they show in all aspects.  They are becoming wonderful young boys as I treasure each day and tuck away the precious memories of them year by year.

I wanted to make these two special boys something +LEGO  for their birthday celebration. 

Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake

If you love melt in your mouth, light as a cloud, creamy, lemony/orange deliciousness of Meyer Lemons, this is for you! Oh. My. Goodness! I was very pleased the way this turned out.  This pudding cake could be a light, airy custard, a fallen soufflé, or baked mousse!   Yes, it is that good!  I added Homemade Lemon Curd and my mouth experienced an explosion of a lemon cloud!  Topped simply with powdered sugar was pretty amazing, too! Feel free to substitute whatever lemons you have for the Meyer Lemons.  Oh,  this is a thin "cake" ... you will want to double this if you are serving it for company!

Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake

1/3 cup Meyer Lemon juice, 2 should do

Zest from Meyer Lemons

2 Tablespoons coconut oil

3 egg, separated

1/3 cup sugar plus 2 Tablespoons, divided

pinch of salt

1/3 cup unbleached all purpose flour

1 1/2 cup half and half or whole milk

1 to 2 Tablespoon butter or margarine

Place an 11x13” pan in oven with 1” water. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Butter, or use margarine, 8x8” pan. Separate egg yolks and white into large bowls.  Beat egg yolks, coconut oil, lemon juice and zest.  Sift in flour and 2 Tablespoons sugar, beat until smooth. Add half and half and beat until mixed together and set aside. Wash and dry beaters.  Beat egg whites until a soft peak forms. Add pinch of salt and slowly add sugar while beating to form a stiff peak. Fold egg whites into batter.  Being careful, the hot water my slosh,  place 8x8 pan in a larger pan.  Cook 20 minutes, turn pan around and cook another 15 to 20 minutes. It is done when no indentation is seen when touched and it is set, firm yet not hard, to touch.  

Enjoy!  

Frozen Dark Chocolate Banana Slices

These are great for after school snacks or a cool treat after a day outside.  Yeah, it's warm in Florida at the end of January!  A delightful bite of creamy, frozen banana, deep dark chocolate and your favorite topping.

Frozen Dark Chocolate Banana Slices

For One Banana

banana, sliced

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, I use Hershey's Special Dark

1 teaspoon coconut oil or solid shortening

favorite toppings, optional

Put dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small microwave proof bowl.  In microwave, 1100 watt, heat on high for 30 seconds..stir until melted.  If needed, heat it another 10 seconds at 5 seconds intervals so you don't overheat the chocolate.  

Put a piece of parchment paper on a cookie sheet or platter that is freezer proof.  

Dip sliced banana in melted dark chocolate.  

Tap the fork on the edge to remove excess chocolate.  Place on a piece of parchment paper. Top with your favor toppings, if desired.  Put in freezer until frozen solid.  My boys were eating them after 30 minutes.  

The chocolate was hardened but the banana wasn't completely frozen.

It took them outside to take a picture and my mini horse wanted to visit. ~smile~

Microwave Coconut Lemon Torte

I made Lemon Curd yesterday.  We ate out of spoons and  mixed it in Homemade Yogurt, recipe soon, and today..I made this lovely cake!  I made the cake in the microwave which was a first for me.  It is one of the recipes I found last year while looking through old things.  ~smile~   I cooked it lower because I was afraid I would over cook it and end up with a brick. Feel free to put in a cake pan and bake it in the oven.  I only had a 9.5" pie plate to use in the microwave..so that is what I used.  You may need to adjust times just a bit.  I'll try another cake very soon and adjust times if needed.   The cake did turn out moist and so delicious paired with the Lemon Curd and coconut.  Enjoy!

Microwave Coconut Lemon Torte

1 cup unbleached all purpose flour...I used King Arthur

3/4 cup sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup coconut oil...measure it solid

2 eggs

scant 1/2 cup buttermilk...(just a little under 1/2 cup)

Lemon Curd, homemade

1 cup heavy cream

2 to 3 Tablespoon confectioners sugar

coconut

Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt together.  Add coconut oil eggs, and buttermilk.  Mix on low until incorporated then mix on high 2 to three minutes.  

Put wax or parchment, I used, in a microwave pie plate.  

Spread batter in pan.

Cook on low 6 minutes.

Cook on medium  9 to 13 minutes or until done.  

You will be able to put your finger on the top without it being wet. 

Let cool a couple of minute and then take out of pie plate and cool on rack.

Once cool, slice cake in half horizontally.

Spread Lemon Curd on bottom layer, as much as you want.

Whip one cup heavy whipping cream with 2 to 3 Tablespoons confectioners sugar. 

Place top layer on top of lemon curd. 

Ice torte with whipped cream on top and sides, if desired. 

Cover with coconut.

Enjoy! 

Lemon Curd

Winter, Citrus, Delight!  I love anything lemon!  It is so refreshing...the tart beauty..the brilliant color.  It sings a promise of sunshine and warmth of days to come.  Ahhh.....huge smile!  Enjoy the Lemon Curd.  I'm going to make an abundance of it and freeze.

I made the Lemon Curd with whole eggs.  I also added them at the beginning, along with the juice and sugar.  I made Grapefruit Curd also *recipe soon* and added it after the syrup was made.  I was the same either way.  Do whatever is easiest for you.  This can also be viewed at Examiner.com, please take a moment and visit.  I'd love for you to subscribe there also...the button is above the slideshow.

Lemon Curd

makes 2 1/2 pints

1 cup lemon juice...4 to 8 lemons, depending on size

1 to 2 Tablespoons zest, 1 T is tart

1 cup sugar, more if you want it sweeter

3 eggs, whole

6 Tablespoons butter...use the real stuff, sliced 

jars or containers, sterilized

Zest lemons and cover so it doesn't dry out.  Juice lemons to make 1 cup juice.  

Stir juice, sugar and eggs to blend.  

Put a heatproof bowl, stainless steel or pyrex as I used... on top of a pot of water to form a double boiler.  Make certain bowl isn't too far in the pot and the water does not touch the bowl while boiling.  Let the dog out, get the kids a snack, put on comfy shoes and some good music, get your whisk and be prepared to be glued to the stove for 15 minutes more or less.  Heat the water to a low to medium boil and start stirring.  

Stir, stir, stir, and stir some more.  

When the mixture is thick and you can make a line on the back of a spoon, it is ready.
This should have a temperature of at least 160 degrees F.

 Add butter, some recipes said to add on pat at a time....I added it all at once and it worked for me.  

Stir in zest if using...I didn't use it this but did in the Grapefruit Curd.

Pour into clean and sterile containers.  I used canning jars.  

Put in the refrigerator and let chill completely.  

Be certain to cover the jars!  I put them in the fridge, thinking it would just be a minute,

got busy and well, ya know the rest.  Cover the jars or you will have a slight film on top.  

I ate it...YUM!

There ya go!  Homemade Lemon Curd!  

Homemade Yogurt *recipe coming soon* and Homemade Lemon Curd.

Enjoy!